School violence and Conference

It has been sad the last few days hearing about another school shooting tragedy in Cleveland. So scary when I stop to think of the crazy world Mack and all the other kids I know and adore are growing up in. But, listening to conference over the weekend, there was a talk by the new member of the Quorum of the Twelve, Elder Quentin L. Cook. He made the following remarks:

I know that many of you are concerned about raising your children during these difficult times and increasing their faith. When my wife and I were starting our family in the San Francisco Bay Area, we had that same concern. At a critical point our stake members were advised by Elder Harold B. Lee, then a member of the Twelve, that we could raise our families in righteousness if we would:

1. Follow the prophet.
2. Create the true spirit of the gospel in our hearts and homes.
3. Be a light to those among whom we live.
4. Focus on the ordinances and principles taught in the temple. (See D&C 115:5; Harold B. Lee, “Your Light to Be a Standard unto the Nations,” Ensign, Aug. 1973, 3–4.)

As we followed this counsel, our faith increased and our fears decreased. I believe we can raise righteous children anywhere in the world if they are taught religious principles in the home.

Nice thoughts in the wake of tragedy. Go hug your kids:)